Regional Community Seniors Navigator

The Regional Community Seniors Navigator will support older adults, seniors, and caregivers, to navigate the health
system and access community programs and service related to healthy ageing, wellness and support services
enhancements.
The incumbent will focus on providing navigation of services and programs, through coordination and collaboration
with health services providers and partners, communities and seniors serving organizations across the region.
The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable Person, Child Abuse Registry check
and Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere to all Northern Health Region policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education in a relevant social services or health related field including community

development (combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered)

• Courses related to Gerontology would be an asset

• Valid Manitoba Class V driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel the region and province

year-round

• Three (3) years’ experience working with the senior’s population, senior support groups, agencies,

government programs, etc.

• Thorough knowledge of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet

• Comprehensive knowledge of seniors-based community resources

• A sound understanding of the needs of an aging population, principles of health promotion and healthy

aging, and strategies for aging in place

• Knowledge of the community development process and the ability to bring communities together to

improve services for their populations

• Successful candidate subject to provide security checks in accordance with Security Checks for Employment

Policy (HR-02-80). Waived for internal candidates with current checks on file.

For a full listing of qualifications please:

• Internal Candidates: Refer to the Job Description which is posted on the Intranet under Department/Human

Resources/Job Description, then select the applicable department; or,

• External Candidates: Contact Human Resources to request a copy
  

Northern RHA strives to have a diverse workforce in an inclusive and accessible workplace,
which provides opportunity for reasonable accommodation.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications & resumes.

We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Using Google Chrome,Apply online at www.northernhealthregion.ca on or before

JANUARY 22, 2024

Note:In the event of technical difficulties with the online application, please contact Human Resources at

recruitwest@nrha.ca for assistance prior to the closing date.